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That’s the energy of August for me:
a time to pause,
a time to reset,
a time to reflect and notice what’s growing in order to move forward.

Progress isn’t always loud. Sometimes it’s a trail you walk mindfully.

If something is stirring in you and/or nudging you to recalibrate, what path are you choosing next?

Ever been in a room where the best conversation of the day wasn't on the agenda at all? That's the whole idea behind my session at the Luminary Conference this September.

It's called The Agenda Builds Itself, and it's built on something called Open Space Technology. Instead of a pre-planned lineup of topics, the room decides together what's actually worth talking about, in the moment.

This photo is from a real Open Space session I facilitated; the whole wall fills up with the questions and topics people actually care about, not what someone assumed they'd care about.

If you're the kind of person who's tired of sitting through sessions that don't go anywhere, come build the agenda with us in September. 🌿

More details coming soon — mark your calendar!
Join us September 25 in downtown Rochester! Secure your spot today: https://lnkd.in/g9JjAB4A

✨Choose Your Cozy Cabin for Renewal✨

Three cozy cabins. Sixteen sleeping spaces. One invitation: choose the space that best supports what you need.

Whether you’re craving a quiet room to yourself, a weekend away with friends, or a shared space that invites deeper connection, The Wisdom of Winter Retreat offers a variety of lodging options designed for comfort, rest, and renewal.

✨ The Lodge House
A spacious 5,000+ sq. ft. home nestled along Roy Lake featuring 6 bedrooms and 10 beds. With plenty of room to gather, relax, and connect, The Lodge is perfect for those who enjoy being together in one welcoming space.

✨ The Little Cabin
A charming 1 bedroom cabin with 1 additional sleep space that offers a cozy retreat experience surrounded by nature. Perfect for those seeking a little extra quiet and simplicity while still being part of the larger retreat community.

✨ The Clubhouse
A comfortable gathering space featuring 3 bedrooms and 4 beds, offering a wonderful option for friends or retreat participants who enjoy sharing space while creating meaningful connections.

Throughout the weekend, all guests will have access to the retreat amenities, including the sauna, hot tub, wooded walking trails, and peaceful outdoor spaces, perfect for unwinding, reflecting, and soaking in the beauty of a northern Minnesota winter.

Your retreat experience begins with choosing a space that honors you.

Where do you feel most at home? A cozy corner of your own or a shared cabin?

We can’t wait to welcome you to The Wisdom of Winter Retreat.

Learn more and explore your lodging options:
https://taylorandcoapothecary.com/2027-nisswa-retreat/

If you're in the middle of a transition right now, at work, or something more personal, here's a question worth sitting with: are you trying to pave over the uncertainty, or are you letting yourself actually be in it?

✨ You're invited to Explore the Wisdom of Winter ✨

There is wisdom in winter.

Nature doesn't bloom in every season, and neither do we.

Winter reminds us that rest isn't something we have to earn. It is part of the natural rhythm of life. It's a season for slowing down, listening inward, reflecting on what matters most, and gently preparing for what's next.

If you're longing for a weekend to pause, breathe, reconnect, and be supported, we'd love to welcome you.

Join us for The Wisdom of Winter Retreat and experience the beauty of slowing down alongside a community of women.

Learn more and explore the retreat here:
https://taylorandcoapothecary.com/2027-nisswa-retreat/

We'd love to share this experience with you.

July 24 is International Self-Care Day. And I want to say something that might be unpopular in the wellness space: self-care is not primarily a candle, a bath, or a yoga mat.

Those things are lovely. They are also, often, a Band-Aid on a wound that needs something else entirely.

Real self-care, the kind that actually sustains a leader through a hard season of change, looks a lot less relaxing and a lot more honest:

→ Saying no to the meeting that doesn't need you

→ Setting a boundary with the boss who emails at 9pm

→ Admitting you're exhausted before you hit collapse

→ Asking for help before it's an emergency → Making a decision instead of staying stuck in "should I"

In my E.M.P.O.W.E.R. framework, self-care shows up across every area of a person's life; not just the physical, but the emotional, relational, and professional too. You can take all the bubble baths in the world and still be burning out in your career or your closest relationships.

This year, I'm inviting you to ask a bigger question than "how do I relax?" Try: "What do I actually need right now?"

What would real self-care look like for you this week?